7-12 Health, Physical Education, DAPE Teacher, 1.0 FTE

 Detroit Lakes Public Schools is seeking a 7-12 Health, Physical Education, DAPE Teacher (1.0 FTE).

Qualifications

• Current MN teaching license in Physical Education, Health, and DAPE

• Experience with teaming preferred

• Experience and/or professional development with career academies is strongly preferred

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to work  and lead positively and constructively within teacher teams

Key tasks and responsibilities 

a. Deliver engaging classroom instruction in physical education; implement lesson plans on instructional units; develop and determine methods, approaches and instructional units; maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning.

b. Assess and evaluate student performance against lesson plans; determine the need for re-instruction and reassessment; reinforce information previously taught in the classroom; determine grades for reporting purposes; monitor student performance and behaviors and determine how to approach bad behaviors.

c. Aid in the implementation of the Academy Model in grades 9-12 by participating on a pathway team and teaching pathway courses in health sciences and/or human service. 

d. Collaborate with colleagues using the BARR (Building Assets Reducing Risks) model to help all students have success at DLMS/DLHS.

e. Develop and plan instructional activities; develop and implement lesson plans personalized for individual student needs; assist in the development and implementation of Individual Education Plans (IEPs); implement student assessments and evaluate results; determine assessment process for instructional units; research topics and materials designed to improve instructional presentations.

f. Prepare for substitute teachers; communicate with parents and participate in parent/student conferences; participate in the mentoring program and evaluation process.

g. Participate in meetings (building staff meetings, pathway meetings, BARR meetings, staff development, open house/orientation) as necessary or required; attend professional development activities.

Applicants must have a current Minnesota teaching license. We are looking for a person who can communicate well with students, teaching staff, administration, and other support staff. Proven collaboration with multiple stakeholders is a must.

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Human Resources
Detroit Lakes Public Schools
702 Lake Avenue
Detroit Lakes, MN 56501
Attn: Human Resources
218-847-9273
recruiting@detlakes.k12.mn.us